National Health Corps Chicago Blog

New Sex Education Policy Passes in Illinois

May 23, 2013
Chicago Blog

A new Sexual Health Education Policy, that recently passed for Chicago Public Schools, will make Chicago home to the only comprehensive reproductive health program for K-12 graders in a district of its size. Read more about CHC Member Casey Strickler teaching reproductive health classes throughout her year of service with Erie Family Health Center.

It's Asthma Awareness Month!

May 17, 2013
Chicago Blog

Did you know that May is Asthma Awareness Month? Read this wonderful story about CHC Member Thu Nguyen's experience with her asthma students during her year of service at Respiratory Health Association.

Invest in the Future. Defeat Malaria.

May 06, 2013
Chicago Blog

While malaria was eliminated in the 1950’s here in the United States, it is a continuing public health and community development problem in other parts of the world. Read on to take CHC Member Marissa Baranowski's, who serves at Respiratory Health Association, quiz on malaria.

Refocus. Refresh. Relax. Reflect.

May 01, 2013
Chicago Blog

CHC Members recently traveled to YMCA Camp MacLean in Burlington, Wisconsin for a two-day escape from city life! Check out CHC Member Marissa Baranowski's reflection of our annual corps retreat.

CHC Member Melissa Rothman Receives Governor's Volunteer Service Award

Apr 26, 2013
Chicago Blog

Chicago Health Corps member Melissa Rothman was presented with a Governor’s Volunteer Service Award for her service with Erie Family Health Center on April 18, 2013. Read on to read about her great service Melissa throughout Chicago!

The Boston Marathon...

Apr 20, 2013
Chicago Blog

It is unfortunate to see such evil being done to innocent people, but it is inspiring to see what good people are capable of doing when they work together. CHC Member Daniel Broome, serving at the American Cancer Society, looks back at the tragic event that shook the nation and the everyday heroes that arose from it.

Women Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination: Celebrating Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Apr 19, 2013
Chicago Blog

Girls 4 Science is Chicago’s only all girls' science initiative, partnering with Chicago’s City Colleges on Saturdays to inspire young girls ages 10-18. Read more about CHC Member Jenny Carson's experiences as a Girls 4 Science mentor as part of her outside service experience!

“It’s not the food in your life, it’s the life in your food”- B’Gabs

Apr 19, 2013
Chicago Blog

“It takes me 15 minutes to chow down on a burger that is around 500 calories. Consequently, I would have to spend at least an hour in the gym to expend that much energy.” Read more to hear CHC Member Thu Nguyen talk about the importance of eating healthy.

The Question Box

Apr 18, 2013
Chicago Blog

“If you have sex twice in one day, does that mean you’ll get pregnant and have two babies later?” Continue reading to learn about CHC Member Suzanne Williams and all the questions she receives teaching Teen Pregnancy Prevention courses through her service with Erie Family Health.

Breakfast of a Champion

Mar 29, 2013
Chicago Blog

Studies show that people who skip breakfast often weigh more, and are more likely to nibble on high-calorie snacks to ward off hunger and overeat during later meals. Read more about how CHC Member Amber Adams stresses the importance of good breakfast when educating with her patients about nutrition through her service with the Heartland Health Center!

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